Read a recap, with high-level summaries of the three key business imperatives shaping technology more… (Data, Cloud and Engagement), highlights and key lessons from the nine different breakout sessions.less

Research and Insights

A new global study from the IBM Center for Applied Insights reveals that the right cloud strategy and execution are key to competitive differentiation and business growth. more…The study finds that cloud Pacesetters -- companies that are using cloud to drive differentiation through strategic reinvention, better decisions and deeper collaboration -- are seeing dramatic improvements in market responsiveness and business performance. less

Gain the software edgeDiscover how effective software development and delivery can drive competitive advantage

A new study from IBM's Institute for Business Value reveals that the majority of business leaders indicate more…that software development and delivery capability is critical to being able to exploit technology trends for competitive advantage. But remarkably, only 25 percent felt that their teams leveraged it effectively today. This "execution gap" — the difference between the need to deliver software effectively and the ability to do so — is causing missed business opportunities for the vast majority of companies surveyed.less

IBM's Institute for Business Value analyzes nearly 5000 interviews with CMOs and CIOs to provide fresh insights into the
more… value of improved collaboration between CMOs and CIOs. It is a clear response to the radical shifts occurring in both the Marketing and Information Technology (IT) fields.
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Solutions

Learn more about the industry's most advanced cloud services and software, which have been designed from the ground more… up for enterprise clients. The latest IBM Cloud services and capabilities introduce unprecedented choice, security and portability as businesses shift critical activities to the cloud and approach its use as a platform for business.less

IT Strategy and Design ServicesIT strategy and design services from IBM can help CIOs successfully assess, plan and design an enterprisewide approach that supports business goals.

IT strategy and design services from IBM can help CIOs successfully assess, plan and design an enterprise-wide approach that supports business goals.

The IT Strategy Assessment helps CIOs align the current IT strategy, resources and investment to changes
more…in business direction and corporate strategy. It focuses on core value drivers in key process areas in order to make targeted improvements.less